Economics and Finance
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I am a detail-oriented Economics and Finance graduate from Machakos University, with a CPA Foundation Level certification and hands-on training in QuickBooks Desktop. I have a strong foundation in accounting principles, financial record-keeping, reconciliation processes, and financial analysis including financial modelling, project appraisal, and risk management.
I am proficient in statistical tools such as SPSS and STATA, and skilled in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas), Word, and PowerPoint. My academic background includes research and data analysis, with experience conducting an independent research project that strengthened my ability to interpret data and write clear reports.
I am fluent in English and Kiswahili, available immediately, and eager to apply my analytical and technical skills in a development-focused or corporate environment. I am looking for entry-level roles in finance, accounting, economics, research, or data analysis.
While I am currently seeking my first formal role, I have gained practical skills through academic projects and professional training:
Completed an independent research project involving data collection, analysis using SPSS/STATA, and report writing
Trained in QuickBooks Desktop for basic accounting and financial record-keeping
Completed CPA Foundation Level, covering financial accounting, economics, and quantitative analysis
Applied financial modelling and project appraisal techniques in university coursework
· Award: Second Class Honours (Lower Division)
· Relevant coursework: Financial Economics, Monetary Theory & Policy, Project Appraisal, Risk Management, Econometrics, Research Methods
· Papers passed: Financial Accounting, Economics, Quantitative Analysis, Communication Skills, Introduction to Law and Governance, ICT
